Academic Advising Professional - Academic & Student Programs

Overview

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• Generous Retirement Contributions
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  The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage
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  Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off
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  Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver
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  Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
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  Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UWs Benefits Summary.

Academic Advising Professional

Coordinate and administer academic advising functions for University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR) students. Responsible for providing advisement in university and college requirements and procedures to prospective and current students, parents, faculty, and staff.

• Advise students in CALSNR for multiple programs/majors, providing intentional advising while adhering to the requirements and regulations needed to complete degrees.
• Become and remain knowledgeable on best practices in advising. Develop a personal professional development plan and philosophy of advising statement. Participate in advisor observations. Collaborate with CALSNR Advising staff to learn and promote advising best practices.
• Work as an ASP office team member to establish a high level of understanding of curricular requirements, research areas, career objectives, opportunities for student involvement, transfer articulation, and degree requirement exceptions.
• Utilize technology to accommodate online meetings and advising appointments with students and university distance advising coordinators.
• Maintain accurate and complete student files with curriculum planning, student goals, advising notes, recommendations, and other information related to student success.
• Assist students with petitions and related forms, while maintaining accurate and concise documentation. Ensure timeliness, academic integrity, and confidentiality throughout the process.
• Serve as a college representative at resource fairs and advising/recruitment events.
• Attend advisor trainings and travel to regional and/or national professional conferences when possible.

• Participate in limited college recruitment events, ceremonies, and other events.
• Assist with special projects, as directed.
• Serve on committees, as directed.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

• Attention to Detail
• Sensitivity
• Service Orientation
• Influence
• Integrity
• Analysis/Problem Identification

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Psychology-related program, or a related field

Experience:

1 year work-related experience or experience in a higher education setting

Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirement:
Valid driver s license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP
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Education:

Master s degree

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written, oral, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Capability to work individually and as a cooperative member of a team.
• Problem resolution skills.
• Commitment to develop effective relationships with a variety of populations in a diverse community.
• Interest in Undergraduate Education.

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.
• Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 2/12/26 will receive full consideration.

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